Employment

If you are interested in applying for a position with Friends of Children of Mississippi, Inc., please click the employment opportunities listed below in each county or for Central Office. Each open position will include a brief position summary and requirements.

Friends of Children of Mississippi, Inc. accepts resumes or applications for positions at any time.

Any questions about the positions listed below should be forwarded to our Human Resources Department at 601.321.0960.

REQUIREMENTS: Must have a minimum of at least an A. A. Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field and two (2) years of experience in an Early Childhood Program classroom child care setting.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: Assisting the Teacher in carrying out a prescribed program of enrichment experience for preschool children, inclusive of those with disabilities, enrolled in the Head Start Program.

Interested Applicants may apply by submitting a Letter of Interest and Resume to:

REQUIREMENTS: Must have a minimum of at least an A. A. Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field and two (2) years of experience in an Early Childhood Program classroom child care setting.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: Assisting the Teacher in carrying out a prescribed program of enrichment experience for preschool children, inclusive of those with disabilities, enrolled in the Head Start Program.

Interested Applicants may apply by submitting a Letter of Interest and Resume to:

GENERAL DESCRIPTON OF DUTIES: Under the supervision of the Center Manager, the duties include planning, coordinating, and executing an appropriate program for infants, toddlers, parents, and pregnant females in the Early Head Start environment.

REQUIREMENTS: At least an A. A. degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field with 18 hours of Early Childhood Education courses; Two years of experience in an Early Childhood Program; must have approved State and Federal background clearance.

GENERAL DESCRIPTON OF DUTIES: Under the supervision of the Center Manager, this position is responsible for the cleanliness, sanitation and orderliness of the facility indoors and outdoors, including the playground area.

REQUIREMENTS: High School Diploma or equivalent; at least one year of experience in safe handling and use of cleaning chemicals; must be able to do moderate lifting and meet minimal physical and medical standards; must have approved State and Federal background clearance.

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JOB TITLE: Food Service Worker

LOCATION: East Jasper Head Start Center

NUMBER OF WORK WEEKS: 44

GENERAL DESCRIPTON OF DUTIES: Under the supervision of the Center Manager, this position is responsible for supervising and directly participating in the preparation of a variety of meals and snacks for preschool children to include ordering, receiving, storing and securing food items and other supplies.

REQUIREMENTS: High School Diploma or equivalent in addition to training courses related to food preparation; At least one year of experience in preparation of large volumes of food according to a planned menu; Certification in Food Service is required; Must have approved State and Federal background clearance.

FCM, Inc. provides equal opportunity and access to all services and/or employment to every person. FCM,Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, age, disabilities, sexual preference, or any other legally protected class or status.